Kenya Client Orders Hot Air Dryer For French Fries Line

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A client from Kenya has ordered a hot air dryer and associated equipment to expand an existing french fry production line.

This client has collaborated with us on multiple occasions. Taizy assisted him in establishing his start with a small-scale line and has now supported his upgrade to a fully automated production system.

Project Background: A Repeat Order from a Kenyan Client

A food processing enterprise based in Kenya has once again selected our machinery and equipment. Following their initial purchase, including fryers and seasoning machines and the successful commissioning of their potato processing equipment, the client expressed high praise for the machinery's performance, durability, and production efficiency.

After a period of operation, and to further expand their production capacity and establish a complete french fry processing line, the client placed a second order, focusing specifically on upgrading the drying and conveying stages of the process.

Potato processing line
potato processing line

Core Equipment: Hot Air Fry Dryer

The key piece of equipment in this project is the hot air dryer. It plays a pivotal role in removing surface moisture from blanched potato fries before frying.

ModelTZ4000
MaterialSUS304 stainless steel
Dimensi4000×1200×2100 mm
Mesh belt width800 mm
Structure3-layer mesh belt system
Metode pemanasanPemanasan listrik
Kekuatan84 kW (380V / 50Hz / 3 phase)
Fan motor1.5 kW × 2
Dehumidification fan0.75 kW
Conveyor motor2.2 kW
Belt speedFrequency control (adjustable)
hot air dryer technical specifications
Hot air dryer
hot air dryer

This hot air dryer is designed to fulfill the following functions:

  • Rapidly removing surface moisture following blanching
  • Preventing oil splattering during the frying process
  • Enhancing the quality and consistency of the finished fried product
  • Improving overall production efficiency

In the industrial-scale processing of potato fries, this stage is critical, as it ensures that the product enters the frying phase in optimal condition.

New Equipment for Production Line Expansion

To complement the operation of the hot-air dryer and ensure a seamless flow within the production process, the client has also procured several pieces of auxiliary support equipment:

  1. Belt Elevator (to be used in conjunction with the previously purchased potato dicing machine)
    Power: 0.75 kW
    Voltage: 380V / 50Hz
    Dimensions: 1800 × 800 × 1500 mm
    Weight: 200 kg

This elevator serves to connect the shredding machine with subsequent processing stages, thereby helping to enhance the level of production automation.

  1. Sorting Conveyor Table (includes waste bin and is designed for manual sorting)
    Model: SL-5
    Power: 0.75 kW
    Dimensions: 5000 × 800 × 950 mm
    Material: PVC + 304 Stainless Steel
    Features adjustable speed control
Table conveyor with waste bins
table conveyor with waste bins

This equipment facilitates manual sorting by workers, allowing for the removal of defective potatoes and thereby ensuring product quality before entry into subsequent deep-processing stages.

  1. Bucket Elevator (to be used in conjunction with the hot-air dryer)
    Power: 0.75 kW
    Dimensions: 2500 × 700 × 1600 mm
    Weight: 250 kg

Used for the efficient vertical transport of materials, enabling a smooth transition between the washing/blanching processes and the drying system.

  1. SAPP Soaking Tank (for color preservation treatment)

The SAPP soaking tank is positioned before the drying stage; it is used to treat the shredded potatoes to preserve color, preventing oxidative discoloration and thereby maintaining their original color and quality.

Sapp soaking tank
SAPP soaking tank
  1. Spare Parts for Existing Equipment

As part of this Phase II order, the client has also purchased a batch of spare parts to ensure the long-term, stable operation of their equipment:

  1. Mesh belts and chains
  2. Fryer heating elements (2 sets)
  3. Filter paper

This initiative clearly demonstrates the client's strong emphasis on maintaining continuous production operations.

Contact Us for the Fully Automatic French Fries Line!

Hot air dryers play a pivotal role in the process of scaling up the french fry production line. By supplying additional auxiliary equipment and spare parts, Taizy assists clients in steadily establishing a highly efficient, fully automated processing system.

If you are planning to invest in a french fry production line, selecting the appropriate hot air dryer along with a comprehensive, integrated solution is crucial for achieving long-term commercial success.